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September 14

Cruisin’ and Groovin’ Downtown Minden, Vintage Car Club of Minden

Springhill PRCA 2nd Annual Championship Brisket & Rib Cook-off. Springhill Rodeo Arena. Turn information all meat is Saturday, September 14 at 12 p.m.

6:30 until 11 p.m., Krewe of Nemesis, Coronation in the Courtyard, Easley Studios Courtyard, 105 Pearl Street, Minden.

7 p.m. Gospel Night at Piney Woods Jamboree, CAC in Springhill.

September 17

6 p.m. Webster Women of Courage, Minden Civic Center.

September 19-21

Begins with Springhill Rodeo Parade at 5 p.m. Thursday, September 19. Springhill PRCA Rodeo, Springhill Rodeo Arena

September 21

9 a.m. until 11 a.m. monthly food distribution at Joe LeBlanc Food Pantry.

10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wings & Wheels car and plane show at Minden Airport.

September 28

9: 30 a.m. Webster Parish Fair Pageant at Minden High School.

October 5

8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. A women’s day fun, fellowship, worship and prayer at North Acres Baptist Church. Register here: https://nabcminden.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2390296 . Guest Speaker: Kathy Nelson, Speak It Ministries

Worship led by: Sachiri Henderson. Cost: $25 with lunch included. Childcare will be provided. Please indicate on the online registration form if you need childcare.

October 6-12

National 4-H Week

October 12

Springhill Lumberjack Festival, lumberjackfestival.net .

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United Christian Assistance Program has the following needs:

Food: green beans, powdered milk, cereal, pasta, Ramen noodles 

Household goods: sheets, towels & wash cloths, pots, pans & skillets

Clothing:  Men’s pants (32 and 34 waist)
Thank you for supporting UCAP!

UCAP is open from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at 204 Miller Street, Minden, for food, utility and rent assistance. Clothing is dispersed on Wednesdays only.

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Mark Edward Pevy

Oct. 21, 1963 – Sept. 4, 2024

Cotton Valley, La.

Graveside service at a later date.

Robert Franklin (Bob) Maples

Oct. 17, 1932 – Sept. 8, 2024

Springhill, La.

Visitation: 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, Bailey Funeral Home, Springhill.

Funeral service: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, First Baptist Church, Springhill.

Burial: Springhill Cemetery, under the direction of Springhill Cemetery.

Ronald Lennard

August 26, 1946 – Sept. 8, 2024

Shongaloo, La.

Visitation: 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, Bailey Funeral Home, Springhill, La.

Funeral service: 2 p.m. Friday Sept. 13m 2024, Bailey Funeral Home, Springhill.

Burial: Old Shongaloo Cemetery, Shongaloo, La.

Joanna Strother

Feb. 23, 1940 – Sept. 5, 2024

Springhill, La.

Visitation: 5 until 7 p.m., Bailey Funeral Home, Springhill, La.

Funeral service: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, Calvary Baptist Church, Springhill, La.

Burial: Spring Branch Cemetery, Taylor, Ark.

Arthur N. Monroe Jr.

March 14, 1948 – August 29, 2024

Minden, La.

Memorial service: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden, La.

Webster Parish Journal publishes paid complete obituaries – unlimited words and a photo, as well as unlimited access – $80. Contact your funeral provider or wpjnewsla@gmail.com . Must be paid in advance of publication. (Above death notices are no charge.)

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By Pat Culverhouse

A determined defense turned away a game-ending two-point conversion try and handed the Minden Crimson Tide a hard-earned 34-33 double overtime win over Mansfield’s Wolverines Friday, marking the Tide’s first season-opening win since 2016.

After Mansfield quarterback Shamal Booker sneaked into the end zone from a yard out in the second overtime to pull his team within one, his two-point pass attempt was batted down to seal the Crimson Tide win.

Minden opened the game’s scoring when converted offensive lineman Denarius Crowe ripped off a 35-yard TD run with 2:55 remaining in the first quarter. It would be the 5’5’’, 220-pounder’s first of two scores on the evening.

That lead would be padded to 14-0 when Minden’s Porter Neal raced in from 10 yards out with 7:46 to go in the second quarter, capping a seven-play, 60-yard scoring drive.

Mansfield came back with a pair of scores before halftime with a pair of Booker scoring passes, a 70-yarder to Kalvin Jackson and a 10-yard toss to Jacoryan Greer. A missed PAT left Minden ahead 14-13 at the break.

After a scoreless third quarter, Crowe gave the Tide an eight-point lead at 21-13 with a three-yard burst up the middle to put the cap on a 10-play, 57-yard drive with 9:03 remaining in the game.

But the Wolverines turned to a little trickery with a lateral pass from Booker to Amarion Mayweather, who then found Terrell Pegues behind Tide defenders for a 58-yard scoring toss. A two-point conversion knotted the score at 21 with just over five minutes remaining.

Scores then came quickly, with Mansfield jumping out front on a Pegues 28-yard interception return with 4:41 left in the game. A missed PAT put the Tide in a 27-21 hole.

But the Tide came back on the legs of Crowe and Neal, and a 19-yard screen pass from Hudson Brown to freshman running back Lucas Owens that put the ball at midfield. After a pass interference penalty set Minden up at the Wolverine 27, Neal ripped off tackle and into the end zone to tie the game at 27-27. A missed PAT sent the game into overtime.

Neither team scratched in the first overtime period. Minden’s defense held on fourth and three while Mansfield ended the Tide’s possession with an interception.

Minden’s offense put up 348 total yards on the evening, with 288 coming on the ground. Leading the rushing attack were Crowe (10 carries, 93 yards), Aubrey (12 rushes for 91 yards), Neal (six carries; 51 yards), Owens (11 carries for 43 yards) and Kaiden Shine (two attempts for 32 yards). Crowe and Neal had two touchdowns apiece.   

In the air, Brown finished the night with three completions in nine attempts for 60 yards with a pair of interceptions.

Mansfield had 295 yards in total offense on the strength of 177 yards through the air. Booker completed nine of 16 attempts and rushed 10 times for 40 yards. Pegues was the team’s leading rusher on the night with 61 yards on 16 tries.

Minden will try to stay on the winning path Friday when the Homer Pelicans come calling at W.W. Williams Stadium for a 7 p.m. kickoff.

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By Travis Chapman

Ladies and gentlemen, the most wonderful time of year is now upon us. Nothing brings more joy to traditional southern sports fans than giving hi-fives to our pals, climbing the stands in upper 80 degree weather every September to watch our favorite teams/alma maters fight on the gridiron. The Apaches kicked off another great season of football and traveled to south Shreveport to boat race the Magnolia SOE Mariners by a score of 58-6.

The Apaches received the opening kickoff and went straight to work. The Apaches shoved the football down the field with a great running attack led by senior speedster, Seth Mangrum. In the first drive, the rifle arm of senior stand-out, Easton Sanders found his #1 target, Jackson Waller on a huge gain. The Apaches wasted no time punching it in the end zone. After a failed 2-pt try, the Apaches held an early 6-0 lead. On the ensuing defensive effort, the Apaches pounced on a Mariner fumble to give the offense great field position.

This possession on offense showed more great offensive line blocking and downfield blocking that allowed the Jackson-The Jet-Waller to take over. With a double reverse executed beautifully, The Jet Waller plowed over Mariner defenders and blazed a trail to the endzone for another Apache touchdown. Waller also caught the 2-pt conversion tossed by Sanders that stretched the Apache lead to 14-0.

The Apaches’ defense came out ready to steam roll the Mariners again…and they did just that. The Apaches showed outstanding tackling as they pushed the Mariners way behind the chains and blew the Mariner offense up on a 3^rd and 15 to force a punt. The Mariners’ punter worked his tail off on Friday night and a near whiff off the side of the foot gave the Apaches’ offense great field position yet again.

The offense failed to convert a 3^rd down, elected to go for it on 4^th and picked up the first down deep inside the Mariners’ red zone. The Silk Sonic Seth Mangrum followed his blockers and busted loose for another Apache TD from 5-yards out. Waller capped off the drive with another 2-pt conversion. The Apaches quickly jumped out to a 22-0 lead in first quarter.

The Apache defense again did not allow a single yard gained and forced another Mariner punt attempt. During the punt attempt the punter fumbled the snap and gave the Apaches’ offense the ball near the red zone. The Apaches seemingly fell out of the groove and committed two false starts in a row and quickly got behind the chains by 20 yards. The Apache offense came back to the line of scrimmage with a little less tail-end than they had before after second year coach, Reagan Smith found some tails to gnaw on. Whatever Coach Smith gave them lit a fire as The Rocket (Sanders) unleashed just that, a rocket that found The Jet Waller for a 30-yd touchdown reception. Apaches’ lead grew to 28-0. The Apaches snuffed the Mariners again, recovered a fumble inside the red zone and scored just a few minutes later by another 5-yd run for a touchdown. Apaches moved further out front after a converted 2-pt try, 36-0.

After a great kick return, the Mariners saw their best starting position of the night from their own 40-yard line. With the Mariners trying to post a monumental comeback, the QB forced the ball down the field where Darron “The Dime” Hollingsworth , who had a great night on offense as well with 47 receiving yards, picked off the Mariner QB and ran like a dog was chasing him, 60 yards for an Apache touchdown. The 2-pt conversion was converted by senior stud, Cade Vining. The lead stretched to an astounding 44-0 to close out THE FIRST HALF. Yes, dear friends, THE FIRST HALF!!

The second half opened with fireworks as the Mariners blasted the Apaches with an opening kick-off return for a TD. The score became 44-6. The Apaches’ offense quickly came back out and marched the ball back down the field as Silk Sonic Seth punched it in from 1-yd out for his second score of the contest. Waller capped off the 2-pt try and your Apaches moved the score out to a major 52-6 lead early in the third. The sultry heat of the Shreveport river bottoms had several players begging for pickle juice as cramps ran wild across the field. Your Apache offense continued to move the ball at will and jammed it down the Mariners keels. Fans at the game described the Apaches as a Rugby team as they marched forcefully down the field where “The Beast” himself, Carson Whitehead rumbled and bumbled into the end zone from 1-yard out to finish the contest with an incredible Apache win, 58-6.

Your Glenbrook Apaches look to move to 2-0 next week as we head to one of the most beautiful places to watch a high school football game in the state, Bossier High.

“Bossier will be a tough, tough matchup next week with their big and extremely athletic senior QB who can be explosive if you do not execute,” said Coach Smith.

Coach Smith also hinted at the athleticism of the entire Bossier roster and noted their big offensive line. Let’s all come out and show support for our Apaches next week at Bossier High as our defense, led by senior star, Big D and I Don’t Mean Dallas-Daivari Jackson, looks to keep the momentum going to bay the BearKats. Great week one win for our young men, and as always……

IT’S A GREAT DAY TO BE AN APACHE!!!!!

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By Shawn C. White

The Lakeside Warriors (1-0) kicked off the 2024 football season with a 31-14 road win over the Arcadia Hornets on Friday night.  

The Warriors were sparked by Ken Miller’s 15 carries for 103 yards and three touchdowns.  Taron Riley also roared down the field with 22 carries for 133 yards including a touchdown.  Add another touchdown for Riley on a 50-yard punt return.  On defense, Caleb Barber led with 7 tackles and a fumble recovery.  De’Kyshiun Banks snagged an interception.  

Arcadia Hornets (0-1) had a late fourth quarter rally behind a touchdown pass from Rodtravious Jackson to Kylon Clark and a scoop and score for 50 yards from Ryheem Abney.  Jackson was 9-for-20 for 90 yards with a touchdown and interception.  Bratreviauntae Ferrel was the top rusher for the Hornets with 8 carries for 45 yards.  Clark was also the top receiving target with 5 receptions for 76 yards and as mentioned before a touchdown.  The Hornets’ defense saw Tekiyrian Abney get 10 tackles (6 solo, 8 assists).  Joe Salvaterra also got two sacks. 

Lakeside had a 1 yard touchdown in the first quarter to get the 7-0 lead.  

The Warriors reached the end zone twice in the second quarter and took the 19-0 halftime lead.  

Lakeside continued on the shutout path in the fourth quarter jumping out to a 25-0 lead.  Arcadia stopped that path when Rodtravious Jackson connected with Kylon Clark on a 45-yard touchdown to cut down the lead to 25-8.  Arcadia started slicing on Lakeside’s lead when Ryheem Abney scooped a fumble and carried to the end zone on a 50-yard return. Arcadia closed in at 25-14.  Lakeside got a little breathing room when they added an 11-yard run to the end zone.  

Lakeside will play their first home game of the season against Lasalle on Friday.  Arcadia will be on the road to face Southwood on Friday night.

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By Gray Haynes

Friday night, the North Webster Knights continued a tradition dating back to 1969 by opening the season with the Haynesville Golden Tornado at Red Franklin Memorial Stadium in Haynesville.  North Webster won the opening coin toss and deferred their option to the second half.  Haynesville took the opening kickoff and methodically marched the ball down the field.  North Webster was forced to punt after three running plays.  After losing their first and second string running backs in the jamboree due to injury, North Webster had trouble consistently moving the ball all night.  

Following the punt, Haynesville again marched the ball down the field utilizing the ground game.  Aided by a few costly penalties, Haynesville scored their second touchdown of the night.  After the PAT, the Tornado took the lead to 14-0.  The Knights took the kickoff and again couldn’t get anything going offensively.  They were forced to punt to Haynesville.  The Tornado, again, marched the ball down the field aided by a pass interference penalty.  After scoring another touchdown, the score was Haynesville 21 North Webster 0 at the half.

The second half was more of the same with Haynesville scoring two more touchdowns to push their score to 35.  North Webster did mount a sustained drive in the fourth quarter aided by a 46 yard run by J’Kobe Lawson.  The Knights punched the ball into the endzone on a 12 yard pass  by Christian Whitlock to Martavion White

The Knights were lead on the ground by J’Kobe Lawson who had 21 carries for 96 yards and one fumble.  Christian Whitlock was 2/4 passing for 34 yards with one touchdown and one interception.  Both completions were to White.  Next week, the Knights travel to Vivian to face North Caddo.  If the offensive line can continue to play well and the Knights can get a few players back from injury, the Knights will be a tough opponent for North Caddo next week.

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Tomorrow (Tuesday) morning Week 2 of the Webster Parish Journal Pick’em Football Contest will kick off with a new link for you to click on to pick this week’s teams.

Remember, the easiest way to do this is to sign up for a subscription to the Journal. The contest is simple and free – just like the journal. http://www.websterparishjournal.com.

Come back tomorrow to read all the news and play. Good luck and have fun!

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3 State Harley-Davidson was last week’s sponsor for Feed the Knights.

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By Paige Gurgainers

During committee meetings held on Tuesday, September 1, the Webster Parish Police Jury (WPPJ) approved a motion granting any charitable organization in the parish a blanket waiver permitting them to sell raffle tickets.  

This decision was made following discussions regarding a local organization, WHO of North Webster, having issues with the Louisiana Office of Charitable Gambling (OCG).  

According to the OCG’s website an organization conducting a raffle must obtain a gaming license with organizations only qualifying for this license by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or obtaining a tax exemption.  

This issue was a “first” for Parish Attorney Patrick Jackson, who has worked with the WPPJ for more than 25 years.

“I have never even heard of this,” he said. “I am sure there was a great reason why they did this. There were probably some scammers that were coming in going city to city or parish to parish, selling some kind of raffle and so they got a hold of them and made them do this. It is not intended for the local charity trying to do good in our community.” 

Jackson agreed creating this blanket waiver made available to any parish charity may satisfy the state government and eliminate these organizations from getting fined in the future.  

This has not been the only issue in the parish. Recently, Michelle Lewis with LaMa Animal Rescue, has also run into issues with the OCG. LaMa is a non-profit and volunteer-based group that advocates for homeless, abused and neglected animals in the parish and surrounding areas. They hold quarterly BINGO events to help raise funds for this purpose.  

According to Lewis, they are licensed with the OCG and have been holding BINGO events for nearly 10 years and have never encountered an issue before now. The OCG is not only requiring them to be licensed, but the building to be licensed, as well.  

“We received our certificate granting the ability to conduct charitable gaming. You have to plan it for the whole year,” said Lewis.

“We paid our $75 application fee, but they couldn’t approve where we are having our sessions.”  

Lewis explained that after multiple phone calls to different supervisors at the OCG, the decision remains, but there is a small loophole.

“We can’t specifically have BINGO unless it’s in a licensed facility. We can have an event with other things going on and play Bingo, but we can’t charge to play BINGO.” 

LaMa will be holding a Halloween Bash on October 19 beginning at 5 p.m. in the CAC Building in Springhill. The event will feature a costume contest, line dancing, games, silent auction, door prizes, refreshments AND BINGO.  

For other organizations in the parish that have questions regarding their ability to sell raffle tickets, they may reach out to the WPPJ or the OCG.  

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On 26 August, 2024, Robert Dennis went into Ace Hardware in Minden where he allegedly stole nine items, removed the packaging and placed the items in the cargo pockets of his shorts.

Before the suspect left the store, he went to the checkout cashier and purchased one item using his debit card. At that time, Dennis signed up for an Ace Rewards account using his name, address, and phone number.

While Dennis checked out, the cashier became distracted, and Dennis allegedly stole a pocket knife that was on display. Once the transaction was complete, Dennis left the store.

Dennis is wanted for misdemeanor theft.

Anyone with information on Robert Dennis is asked to call Detective Lt. Jason Smith: Office: (318) 371-4226; Cell: (318) 268-1441. Any information is confidential.

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Friday

A 30 percent chance of showers before 7 a.m. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 86. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 67. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday

Sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Saturday Night

Clear, with a low around 56.

Sunday

Sunny, with a high near 83.

Sunday Night

Clear, with a low around 56.

Monday

Sunny, with a high near 86.

Monday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 60.

Tuesday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 87.

* Information provided by National Weather Service.

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On August 23, 2024, Rebecca Scruggs Willcox passed away at the age of 81 after a 14-year battle with cancer. Born on July 22, 1943 in Monroe, Louisiana, Becky or Gammaw, as most knew her, spent most of her life in the North Louisiana area. At the time of her death, she resided in Athens, Louisiana.

Becky spent over 40 dedicated years in the banking industry, where she met numerous people who would later become very dear friends. She was well-known in the banking system for her sweet nature and humorous attitude. She made an impact invert facility that she was involved in.

Becky’s life was marked by her love for her family. She spent numerous hours with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, following them to ballgames, family events and extracurriculars. They were the joy and strength that kept her going for many years during her cancer fight.

Becky was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Elizabeth Scruggs and her brother, Glenn Scruggs.

She is survived by her daughters, Tammy David of Little Rock, Arkansas and Kim (Mike) James of Minden, LA; grandchildren, Stephanie (Rance) Gantt of Athen, LA, Megan James of Minden, LA, Tyler Hudson of Dallas, TX, Mikey James of New Braunfels, TX and Brayden Veuleman of Little Rock, Arkansas; great-grandchildren, Addison, Randon and Weston Gantt of Athens, LA and Louie Kourvelas and Larkin James of Minden, LA; and nephews Lance, Bryan and Chad Scruggs.

A special thank you goes to Dr. Kirtan Koticha and his amazing staff for their support and care for her over the past years.

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at First Baptist Church – Family Life Center in Minden, Louisiana on September 14, 2024 at 1:00 pm. Family and friends are encouraged to come honor her memory during this time.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to her favorite rescue, Misfit Farms and Sanctuary of Athens, Louisiana.

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I am not sure if it is just my line of work that I am involved in now, so I am just way more aware of the things going on or if it has actually just gotten way worse… 

But in case you are living under a rock, don’t watch the news or just completely unaware… the amount of child sex crimes – exploitation, abuse, solicitation, endangerment and pedophilia in our parish and surrounding parishes – is unsettling to say the least.  

I know we all like to think that it won’t happen to our kids, but we cannot even trust family members, teachers, coaches, close friends, people who are supposed to be responsible for loving, caring, educating, leading and shaping their lives.  

With recent happenings, I have decided to really re-evaluate what and who my kids are exposed to. I will admit I have played the part of the cool/lenient mom to an extent. Especially with my oldest when it comes to what she wants to wear certain things, go certain places with friends, wear makeup and join a couple social media platforms. She wants to wear and do all the same things her friends are doing just like every other pre-teenage girl. But if that puts her more at risk to experience some of the same things I went through as a child or that these kids in our hometown, parish, state, country, world are going through, then some changes will be made.  

And she is not going to like it, but it is not our job to make sure that our children have the trendiest clothes, the latest make-up brands, an established following on social media or the freedom to choose what is best for them. It is our job to make sure they are loved, cared for and SAFE! They may not always like that, but they will grow to appreciate it someday I promise you! 

I pray for my kid’s innocence to stay intact for as long as possible every single day. And I pray for the kids who lost their innocence way too soon because it is not something you will ever get back! 

(Paige Gurgainers is a mom of three girls, digital journalist for Webster Parish Journal and publisher of Bienville Parish Journal and Claiborne Parish Journal.)

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By Paige Gurgainers

Muggles may finally get a once in a lifetime chance to experience the wizarding world of Harry Potter right here in Webster Parish. The Webster Parish Libraries will be hosting “A Hogwarts Trunk or Treat – Chamber of Secrets Edition” on October 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Springhill and on October 28 beginning at 3 p.m. at the Minden location. 

According to Kim Sentell, Director of Marketing for Webster Parish Libraries, the theme this year was inspired by the library’s most circulated book series – Harry Potter. She said, “It’s a theme that a lot can be done with in regard to DIY projects, and the theme is easily recognizable amongst all ages.” 

Last year’s trunk or treat event brought in a record-breaking number of attendees. Roughly 2400 collectively participated at both the Minden and Springhill locations, so there will be a new addition for the 2024 event.  

“Due to the size of the crowd at our Minden location, a trolley shuttle will be accessible from public parking locations across from the Minden Civic Center and beside the courthouse,” said Sentell. “A special thank you is due to the City of Minden and our Webster Parish Police Jury for allowing us to use these lots as designated parking options.” 

The 27-passenger trolley will operate from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is FREE. The route will travel towards the library down Broadway Street, take a left on Buchanan and stop at the intersection of Buchanan and East and West St. For passenger drop-off and pick-up. 

For the safety of walking pedestrians, the following roads will be closed to traffic: 

• East and West Street between Elm Street and Buchanan Street (Front of Library) 
• Ferguson Street between Elm Street and Buchanan Street (Behind Library) 

Another addition will include the library’s version of the ‘Chamber of Secrets.’ Attendees will have the opportunity to Trunk or Treat and then venture inside for a magical experience that will have all the Muggles feeling as if they just accepted their Hogwarts letter and walked through the gates for the very first time.  

Food vendors will also be set up along with balloon artists and face painting. 

There is no charge to attend this event or to participate in any activity associated with this event with the exception of purchasing from the vendors, but the library does encourage attendees to take the time to sign up for a library card and learn more about the many services provided to the community on a regular basis. 

If a Webster Parish organization or business is looking to participate in this opportunity to connect with their local community, please review registration information and complete the sign-up form which can be found online by visiting webserpl.org. 

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Well the deer hunters are starting to get excited.  August is the first beginning of the season.  A lot of hunters start with the labor day dove hunt.  Many have planted sunflowers and millet to attract them to the property.  

Dove season is just the start of the hunting seasons.  The deer hunt is by far the most exciting to prepare for.  September and October are the best times to get the food plots ready.  Of course, you need moisture in the ground before you actually put in the seed.  Don’t rush the process because if you plant too early and the seed comes up and then no rain you may loose the whole plot.  

Many plant wheat, oats and ryegrass.  These are great and do very well in this area.  Many stores also stock fall food plot mixes.  We carry several different brands.  The most popular is the Buck Buster seed mix.  It seems to be the premium of all of the others.  One of the seeds in the mix is Chicory.  It is fairly new in the area and the deer love it.  It is a perennial and will come back the next year if it hasn’t been overgrazed.  Clovers are great for the food plots.  Clover can be a perennial if the weather stays normal.  A really dry spring and summer will take it out.  

Oats are great for deer food plots.  Oats come up quickly and produce well.  The producers of Buck Forage oats claim that their oats are sweeter and the deer like them more than regular oats, such as bob oats.  When the parish had a lot of dairy farms, the farmers planted a lot of oats.  The oats gave a lush forage for the dairy cows and also made them produce more milk.  This was important because of school starting and the kids needed lots of milk.  Just a little old tidbit of info from an old dairy girl.  

(Mitzi Thomas owns Minden Farm & Garden LLC. Watch for her column on Fridays in Webster Parish Journal.)

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By Travis Chapman

It’s time for some football, everyone. We kicked off the tough 6-week season for our Elementary Apaches this past Tuesday, way over in the metropolitan area of Rayville, LA where the Riverfield Academy Raiders hosted our Apaches. Both Apache Teams sealed hard fought victories in the contest by scores of 13-6, and 13-7, respectively.

We kicked off with 2/3/4 grade Apaches. The evening started with your returning Apache 4^th graders, QB/LB-Skyler Malone, OL/DE/DL- Waylon Chapman, RB/LB-Tate Mandino, TE/DL-John O’Donnell were your team captains. These boys have hung with and fought with the team since they were 2^nd Graders and have molded into fine leaders for their team. The Apaches defense started the game and proved to be a problem the entire game for the Raiders. The defense forced a quick punt with big time tackles made by 3^rd-graders Zaine Knight and Austin Ramsey. When the Apache offense came onto the field they set the tone early with great blocking by the offensive line, that propelled Tate Mandino around the right end for a first down. The offense continued to move the football and chewed up the clock, but the Raider defense gang tackled The Knight Train, Zaine Knight, and were able to strip the ball before the play was blown dead and returned it for a touchdown. The Apache defense stood strong on the PAT and made a huge tackle for loss, but the Raiders took the lead midway through the 2^nd quarter, 6-0. On the ensuing possession, the Apaches offense clicked. The Knight Train picked up some hard-fought yards and setup a perfectly executed reverse to Awesome Austin Ramsey around the left side for a HUGE gain of 35-yards and an Apache first down. On the very next play, the Field General-Skyler Malone followed his blockers around the edge sealed by The Wrecking Crew- Waylon Chapman and Liam Hurley and with one man to beat, Malone dropped the hammer on the Raider safety with a textbook Leonard Fournette-like stiff arm and scurried 60-yards for the Apache TD.  The Apaches converted on the PAT and took the lead at halftime by a score of 7-6. In the second half the Apache offense took the field and tried to expand the field. Hammering Tate Mandino moved the ball well, but an errant pitch by Malone was picked off by the Raider defense. With the momentum on their side, the Raiders tried to move the ball, but the Apache defense had NONE OF IT! On a third down and manageable, the Raiders tried to reverse the field and 2^nd-Grader, BK, Brooks Ingles, ran in like his hair was on fire and  his tail was smoking, and accompanied 4^th grade wrecker, DE-Waylon Chapman on a huge tackle for loss that forced a punt as the 3^rd quarter expired. The Apache offense went back to work and moved the ball at will with improved downfield blocking and General Malone dropped a dime over the defense to WR-Austin Ramsey for a massive gain. The very next play, Malone took it to the house to expand the lead 13-6 in favor of the Apaches. The Apache defense did not allow a single first down in the second half. The Apaches offense punched it into the endzone two more times, but costly penalties took them off the board as time expired. The Apaches won the first contest of the season by a score of 13-6. These little Apaches fought hard and worked through numerous miscues to come out on top!

In the 5/6^th grade contest, defense and big key plays helped propel the Apaches to the win, 13-7. The Apache defense played outstanding the entire first quarter, and early into the 2^nd, 6^th– grader Cade Smith laid a massive hit on the Raider RB that forced a fumble and 5^th grade stand-out, Everett Tucker pounced on the ball giving the Apache Offense new life midways through the 2^nd quarter. The Apaches lulled the Raiders to sleep by running the ball up the middle, and on 3^rd down QB-Rylan “The Rocket” Rainey executed a beautiful play-action pass that found 5^th grade WR-Ryder “Hollywood” Hollingsworth up the seam behind the defense with a 35-yard in the air DIME that Hollywood took 77-yards to the house. Hollingsworth ran like a dog was chasing him to give the Apaches the first lead of the contest, 6-0. The ensuing Apache defense stands held strong with the Blonde Bullet-Brandt Bridges, Hollywood Hollingsworth, Hammering Hank Rowton making outstanding open field tackles that forced a Raider punt. The Apaches looked to close out the half with the lead but offensive miscues gave the ball back to the Raiders with 7 secs left in the half. Another great tackle by the Apaches seemed to have closed out the half, but 2 seconds remained. The Raiders attempted a deep pass and with Apaches in position, the interception was just missed, but the pass completed to the WR sent him to the endzone and the Raiders took the lead as the half expired 7-6. The entire third quarter was an outstanding defensive battle, but late in the 4^th quarter, the Apaches offense found their rhythm and moved the down the field with multiple key plays. One of which that stood out was Hammering Hank Rowton followed his blocks up the left side and made an NFL cut upfield to move the chains for a gain of 8-yards. The Rocket Rainey had a deep pitch and catch to the Blonde Bullet to move into the red zone of the Raiders. As the clock was ticking down with a 4^th and goal, and the game on the line, The Rocket Rainey called his own number around the left side breaking 2 tackles to get into the endzone with inside of 2 mins left in the contest. The Apahces took the lead 13-7. The Apache defense stiffened up and Jackson Lee busted through the line and sacked the Raider QB for a loss to force a crucial 4^th down. On that 4^th down, Brandt Bridges made the game saving tackle behind the line to gain to send the Apache offense back to the field in the victory formation to seal the win, 13-7.

Both teams had several first game miscues on Tuesday night, but your Apaches never gave up and fought hard to secure great wins!! Join us next Tuesday at 6pm as we travel to OCS to take on the Eagles in a week two powerhouse matchup. As our awesome Coach Jesse Smith says, “better tomorrow than we were today” and as we all scream every week…..

IT’S A GREAT DAY TO BE AN APACHE!!

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LaMa Animal Rescue is has planning a “spooo-tacular” Halloween Bash, at 5 p.m. October 19 in the CAC Building in downtown Springhill. There will be a costume contest, dance contest, line dancing, glow in the dark bingo, silent auction items, door prizes, refreshments and so much more! All proceeds go to support the efforts and mission of LaMa to help the animals of Webster Parish. Admissions are $25 at the door and credit cards are accepted. Help spread the word, bring a friend! You won’t want to miss out on all the fall festivities.

A special thank you to all our sponsors who help make this possible. If you would like to be a sponsor or help with the fundraiser committee, please contact us through our email lamaanimalrescue@gmail.com

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The following persons are scheduled to appear in 26th Judicial District Court Monday, Sept. 9:

ALVAREZ, WILLIAM

99193 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS (Two and One Half Pounds or More)

A Arraignment Bond Return Date LSP

Holland, Hugo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

St Conf 10/4 Trial 3/10 Interpreter will be present at 1130 Codef: I. Morales

BLACK, JOHN RAY

98674 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

A Diversion Review Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 8/12 Defendant needs to report to 3rd floor today

BRAGG, DEONDRAY LAFAYETTE

98759 Felony Illegal Possession Stolen Things ($5,000 – $25,000)

A Status Hearing WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 8/19 Trial 12/16

BRYANT, LAJERRICK K.

99167 Monetary Instrument Abuse

A Status Hearing MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16

CADE, JIMMY ROY

98440 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Status Hearing WLF

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 5/20 Trial 3/10

CAREY, DEMETRIC A.

98856-CT.1 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98856-CT.2 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

A Status Hearing MPD

Holland, Hugo

Patrick Jefferson Charles Smith

Defense continued to today

COBB, JORDAN

98388 Aggravated Flight From An Officer

Where Human Life Is Endangered

A Status Hearing SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16

COLEMAN, MARCUS CHARLES

93711 Theft between $5,000 and $25,000

A Status Hearing CVPD

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 5/20 Restitution Review

$11,584.00 restitution to Paul Rogers + $1,737 = $13,321 Balance as of 09/05/24 is $2,400

CORBELL, II, RONALD DENVER

99200A Possession of CDS I Marijuana (More Than Fourteen Grams)

A Bond Reduction Hearing SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC OC 8/19 Total Bond $40,000

CORBELL, II, RONALD DENVER

99200A Possession of CDS I Marijuana (More Than Fourteen Grams)

A Arraignment SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC FFD 10/4 Codef: T. Lilley

DEBOSE, DEHKOBE C

INCOMING Accessory After the Fact to Second Degree Rape

A Bond Return MPD

Eric Johnson

Allie A Stahl

ARR 10/14

FISH, BRYAN KEITH

97946-CT.1 Second Degree Battery

97946-CT.2 Aggravated Second Degree Battery

97946-CT.3 False Imprisonment With A Dangerous Weapon

A Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16

FRAZIER, DELANDRY

99071 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Status Hearing MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/29 Trial 12/2

GERMANY, DEOTIS K.

99171-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule I CDS

99171-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule I CDS

99171-CT.3 Distribution of a Schedule I CDS

A Arraignment MPD

Holland, Hugo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 8/19 St Conf 10/28 Trial 3/10

GIBSON, JR., JAMES

97355 Theft of $1,000 or More but Less than $5000

A Status Hearing WPSD

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 5/20 Trial 12/16

Restitution owed to the victim- $1,831.62, plus $274.74 fee= $2,106.36 total Balance as of 09/05/24 is $906.36

GIPSON, LISA M.

99205 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

99205 Domestic Abuse Battery – 1st Offense

A Arraignment Bond Return Date MPD

MISD, ATTORNEY

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

FFD 11/15

GRAHAM, ERIN LYNEE

98897 Forgery

A Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16

GRISBY, CHARCAZA DIJON

98059-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98059-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98059-CT.3 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98059-CT.4 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

A Status Hearing SPRING

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16

GRISBY, CHARCAZA DIJON

91492 Distribution Of A Schedule II CDS

A Probation Violation Hearing SPRING

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Officer: N. Blanchard

HARRIS, PHILLIP A.

99048 Indecent Behavior With A Juvenile

A Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/12 Trial 12/16

HART, KEVIN DOUGLAS

99195 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

A Arraignment SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC St Conf 10/28 Trial 3/10

JERNIGAN, RONALD DAVID

99142 Molestation of a Juvenile Under Thirteen

A Arraignment WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Kammi Whatley

Allie A Stahl

BDCC St Conf 11/25 Trial 2/10

LANE, III, VESTER RAY

98300 Illegal Use Of A Firearm during a Crime Of Violence

A Status Hearing SPRING

Holland, Hugo

Charles Bradshaw

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16

LEAKE, ELROY JEWELL

98911 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

A Status Hearing CPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/12 Trial 12/16

LEWIS, ARTISHA S

99075 Issuing Worthless Checks ($999 – $4,999)

A Status Hearing

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/29 Trial 12/16

LILLEY, TIMOTHY D.

99200 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Arraignment Bond Return Date SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Felicia Hamilton

Charles Smith

St Conf 10/28 Trial 3/10 Codef: R. Corbell

LOPE, MELANIE E.

98900 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Status Hearing MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

WPJ To be transported to Court OC 7/8 Trial 12/16 Incoming felony charges

LOUD, KEODRICK

98887-CT.1 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

98887-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty- Eight Grams)

A Status Hearing MPD

Holland, Hugo

Patrick Jefferson

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16

Please make sure forfeiture of $624.64 in US Currency is part of any plea/sentencing agreement.

MASON, JACOBY

98941 Vehicular Homicide

A Status Hearing MPD

Holland, Hugo

Patrick Jefferson

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16

MCEACHERN, CALVIN BRAD

99196-CT.1 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

99196-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule III CDS

A Arraignment Bond Return Date MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Aaron Wilson PDO

Doug Stinson

St Conf 9/30 Trial 1/27

MERRITT, MALLORY BROOKE

99204 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Arraignment Bond Return Date MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Determine Counsel

Mike Nerren

St Conf 11/13 Trial 3/10

MITCHELL, TONY ORLANDO

98326 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

A Status Hearing LSP

Yocom, Jimbo

Patrick Jefferson

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16

MOORE, CODY ALLEN

98848 Communicating of False Information of Planned Arson

A Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court OC 7/12 Trial 12/16

Incoming felony charges

MORALES, ISLAY

99193 Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule I CDS (Two and One Half Pounds or More)

A Arraignment Bond Return Date LSP

Holland, Hugo

Felicia Hamilton

Charles Smith

St Conf 10/4 Trial 3/10 Interpreter will be present at 1130 Codef: W. Alvarez

O’DANIEL, MELODY CELESTE

99202 Unauthorized Entry Of An Inhabited Dwelling

A Arraignment WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Felicia Hamilton

Michael O. Craig

WPJ St Conf 10/11

REED, DERIAN DEQUAN

98940-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.3 Conspiracy Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.4 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

A Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Trial 12/16 Codef: A. Baker

REED, DERIAN DEQUAN

98940-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.3 Conspiracy Possession With Intent to Distribute a Schedule II CDS

98940-CT.4 Illegal Use/Possession/Control of Weapons – Crime of Violence or CDS

A Bond Reduction Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

BDCC To be transported to Court Defense Motion to Reduce Bond Total bond $330,500 Codef: A. Baker

RENO, TAYLOR

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

INCOMING Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – First Offense

A Bond Return MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Felicia Hamilton

Michael O. Craig

ARR 11/4

RICE, ALEXIS

98579 Theft of $1,000 or More but Less than $5000

A Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16 Restitution owed $6210 + $931.50 fee = $7141.50

RILEY, SAMUEL R.

98583 Indecent Behavior With A Juvenile

A Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Charles Smith

OC 7/8 Trial 12/16

SHELTON, AYANNA DEMARQUINE

98815 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

A Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

OC 7/12 Trial 12/16

SIMMONS, JENNIFER DAWSON

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of Schedule II CDS

INCOMING Possession of Schedule II CDS

INCOMING Possession of Marijuana or Synthetic Cannabinoids

INCOMING Sale/Distribution/Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription

INCOMING Sale/Distribution/Possession of Legend Drug Without Prescription

INCOMING Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – First Offense

INCOMING Possession Of Alcoholic Beverages In Motor Vehicles

INCOMING Operating A Vehicle With Improper Tail Lights

A Bond Return LSP

Holland, Hugo

Felicia Hamilton

Michael O. Craig

ARR 9/30

SMITH, JR., ALFORD JAMES

99199 Simple Burglary of a Vehicle

A Arraignment WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

BDCC St Conf 9/30 Trial 3/10

TUCKER, JENNIFER ELLEN

INCOMING Possession of Schedule II CDS

INCOMING Possession of a Schedule IV CDS

INCOMING Possession of CDS I Marijuana (More Than Fourteen Grams)

INCOMING Obstruction Of Justice

INCOMING Improper Lane Usage

INCOMING Operating A Vehicle While Under Suspension For Certain Prior

INCOMING Introducing Contraband Into Or Upon The Grounds Of Any State Correctional Institution

A Bond Return LSP

Holland, Hugo

Felicia Hamilton

Michael O. Craig

ARR 9/30

WARE, LACY MCCOWEN

98698 Theft of $1,000 or More but Less than

$5000 A Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

WPJ To be transported to Court OC 8/12 Trial 12/16

WARE, LACY MCCOWEN

98018 Simple Burglary

A Probation Violation Hearing MPD

Holland, Hugo

Mary Ellen Halterman

Charles Smith

WPJ To be transported to Court OC 8/12 Officer: A. Herring

YOUNG, STEPHEN RYLAND

98891 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

A Status Hearing SPRING

McCullough, Melanie Felicia Hamilton Charles Smith

OC 7/12 Trial 12/16 Codef: E. Hafer-Seder

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The following persons are scheduled to appear in 26 Judicial District Court Monday, Sept. 9:

BLASINGIME, RICHARD JAMES

99020 Cruelty To Juveniles

B Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

BLOCK, ALEXIS

98986-CT.1 Simple Burglary

98986-CT.2 Simple Burglary

B Status Hearing MPD

Holland, Hugo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

WPJ Trial 12/16 Co def D. O’Rear

BLOCK, ALEXIS

97637-CT.1 Unauthorized Entry Of A Place Of Business

97637-CT.2 Unauthorized Use Of A Motor Vehicle

B Probation Violation Hearing MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

WPJ Officer A. Herring Restitution owed to victim M.S.- $15,853.16, plus $2,377.97 fee = $18,231.13 total

BLYTHE, JAMES HAYDEN

98543 Felony Illegal Possession of Stolen Things (Over $25,000)

B Status Hearing WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Carey Ellis

Mike Nerren

OC 7/29 Trial 12/16

BRIDGES, KENDALL GARY

INCOMING Simple Burglary

B Bond Return WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

ARR 9/23

CAIN, DE’MACIO TAI-WON

98591 Resisting An Officer With Force Or Violence

B Status Hearing SAPD

Holland, Hugo

Marcy Allen

Mike Nerren

Sent notice 6/6 Trial 12/16

COMPTON, JAMES ALVIN

98594 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

98594A Simple Burglary

B Status Hearing SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

DUDLEY, KEUNDRICK

98816 Simple Burglary Of An Inhabited Dwelling

B Status Hearing LSP

Yocom, Jimbo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

OC 7/29 Trial 12/16

EDWARDS, ROYCEDRIC JEROME

99026 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

B Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

GILL, L’RICO

98933-CT.1 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

98933-CT.2 Distribution of a Schedule II CDS

B Status Hearing WPSD

Holland, Hugo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

GOODWIN, JASON ERIC

98352 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

B Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Carey Ellis

Mike Nerren

OC 7/29 Trial 12/16 Please make sure forfeiture of 2006 Chevy truck is part of any plea/sentencing agreement.

GOODWIN, JASON ERIC

98210 Gross Littering

B For Further Disposition WLF

MISD, ATTORNEY

Carey Ellis

Mike Nerren

OC 7/29

HENIX, COREY DONTE

98427-CT.1 Illegal Discharge Of A Firearm – Crime Of Violence / Uniform Cds Law

98427-CT.2 Aggravated Criminal Damage To Property

B Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Alex Washington

Mike Nerren

Sent notice 6/6 Trial 12/16 Restitution owed- $3,015.20, plus $452.28 fee = $3,467.48 total

JENKINS, COURTNEY

98754-CT.1 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

98754-CT.2 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

B Status Hearing MPD

Yocom, Jimbo

Carey Ellis

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

JONES, HAYDEN WESLEY

99077 Terrorizing

B Status Hearing WPSD

Yocom, Jimbo

Determine Counsel

Mike Nerren

OC 7/22 Trial 12/16

KELLEY, CRYSTAL

99203 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Two Grams or More But Less Than Twenty-Eight Grams)

B Arraignment SPRING

McCullough, Melanie

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

OC 8/5 St Conf 9/23 Trial 12/16

ROBERTS, LE’ANTHONY

98498 Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated – First Offense

B For Further Disposition MPD

WEBSTER, MISD

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC

ROBINSON, ERIC WAYNE

99087 Possession of a Schedule II CDS (Less than Two Grams)

B Status Hearing MPD

McCullough, Melanie

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

BDCC Trial 12/16

ROBINSON, ZYTWONE

98023 Illegal Use Of Weapons Or Dangerous Instrumentalities

B Review MPD

Holland, Hugo

Carey Ellis

Mike Nerren

BDCC Per Keith Wilkerson, with the Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System, Mr. Robinson has been admitted

SWAN, CAMERON JARRELL

98934 Second Degree Battery

B Status Hearing WPSD

McCullough, Melanie

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

Writ from Claiborne Trial 12/16

TATE, RODNEY

98988-CT.1 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

98988-CT.2 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

98988-CT.3 Possession Of Firearm Or Carrying Concealed Weapon By Convicted Felon

98988-CT.4 Forgery

B Status Hearing LSP

Yocom, Jimbo

Larrion Hillman

Mike Nerren

OC 7/29 BRD 9/9 Trial 12/16 Co def M. Freeman

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Education Section will hold a free beginners squirrel hunting seminar in Minden from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, September 21 at the LDWF office, 9961 Hwy. 80, Minden.

Squirrel Hunting 101, will cover proper equipment needed, firearm selection, rules and regulations, outdoor navigation, and hunting opportunities. It will also include an outdoor teaching session to discuss proper squirrel hunting techniques and cleaning. Squirrel hunting is great for all ages and is the perfect opportunity to introduce youth to the thrill of hunting. No youth license is required for those 17 and under to hunt for squirrels.

Space is limited, so those interested should pre-register. For more information, contact Travis Dufour at tdufour@wlf.la.gov or 337-735-8685 or to register for the course go to https://louisianaoutdoors.com/admin/events/193102/details.

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Send non-profit calendar events to wpjnewsla@gmail.com .

September 6

8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Lifeshare Blood Drive at b1 Bank.

9 until 11 a.m. Disaster Preparedness Event, Community Activities Center Building, 301 W. Church St., Springhill. Public is invited to attend. Representatives will be on hand from the Webster Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP), Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, National Weather Service Shreveport, Pafford EMS, Springhill Fire Department, Springhill Medical Center, Springhill Police Department, Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Webster Parish 9-1-1.

9:30 a.m. (ladies only) and 6:30 p.m. (co-ed) Fall study of the Old Testament book of Daniel begins. Reception room, First Baptist Church, Minden. Roberta Kitchens, leader. Open to all.

September 9

6 until 8 p.m. Dorcheat Historic Association Museum Annual Fundraiser Gala, 116 Pearl Street, Minden.

September 14

Cruisin’ and Groovin’ Downtown Minden, Vintage Car Club of Minden

Springhill PRCA 2nd Annual Championship Brisket & Rib Cook-off. Springhill Rodeo Arena. Turn information all meat is Saturday, September 14 at 12 p.m.

6:30 until 11 p.m., Krewe of Nemesis, Coronation in the Courtyard, Easley Studios Courtyard, 105 Pearl Street, Minden.

7 p.m. Gospel Night at Piney Woods Jamboree, CAC in Springhill.

September 17

6 p.m. Webster Women of Courage, Minden Civic Center.

September 19-21

Begins with Springhill Rodeo Parade at 5 p.m. Thursday, September 19. Springhill PRCA Rodeo, Springhill Rodeo Arena

September 21

9 a.m. until 11 a.m. monthly food distribution at Joe LeBlanc Food Pantry.

10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wings & Wheels car and plane show at Minden Airport.

September 28

9: 30 a.m. Webster Parish Fair Pageant at Minden High School.

October 5

8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. A women’s day fun, fellowship, worship and prayer at North Acres Baptist Church. Register here: https://nabcminden.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2390296 . Guest Speaker: Kathy Nelson, Speak It Ministries

Worship led by: Sachiri Henderson. Cost: $25 with lunch included. Childcare will be provided. Please indicate on the online registration form if you need childcare.

October 6-12

National 4-H Week

October 12

Springhill Lumberjack Festival, lumberjackfestival.net .

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Lawrence Edward Davis Jr., 22, 200 block Sherwood Lane, Springhill; arrested Sept. 3 by Springhill PD on warrants for felony theft, simple burglary two counts, criminal trespassing, criminal damage to property, theft of a firearm. Total bond $50,000.

Bobby Lee Young, 42, 900 block Park Hwy., Minden; arrested Sept. 3 by MPD for prohibited acts Sch. II, possession of drug paraphernalia, on warrant. Bond set $20,000 surety or $250 cash.

Travis Antonio Davis, 34, 3900 block Synott Rd., Houston, TX; transported by MPD from Huntsville Corrections Unit, TX, on warrant for felony theft over $25,000. Bond set $50,000.

Hallie R. Watson, 20, 200 block Baxter Rd., Springhill; arrested by Office State Fire Marshal on warrant for simple arson.

Christopher D. Shaneyfelt, 27, 300 block Attakay Rd., Lafayette; arrested for probation violation by LA Probation and Parole.

Dekavious D. Jefferson, 19, W. Church St., Springhill; arrested Sept. 5 by WPSO for cyberstalking. Bond set $5,000.

This information has been provided by a law enforcement agency as public information. Persons named as suspects in a criminal investigation, or arrested and charged with a crime, have not been convicted of any criminal offense and are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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